Balzer Matzes Auftriebssystem Bottom Fishing Baitfish Rig 2 Drilling

Balzer Matzes Auftriebssystem Bottom Fishing Baitfish Rig — Deadbait Pike Presentation Right Off the Bottom

The Balzer Matzes Auftriebssystem (buoyancy system) is a purpose-built deadbait rig that positions your baitfish head-down just above the riverbed, perfectly mimicking a feeding prey fish to trigger predatory pike.

Natural Head-Down Presentation That Fools Pike

A wooden insert rod is pushed into the baitfish, causing the bait to stand upright with its head toward the bottom. This lifelike posture imitates a bottom-feeding prey fish and is far more convincing than a flat, lifeless deadbait — giving passive fishing a genuine edge.

Versatile Setup for Rivers and Still Waters

The rig pairs seamlessly with a side leger or running leger weight, making it effective in light current as well as in still lakes and ponds. Whether you're targeting a slow river bend or a deep lake margin, this system adapts without modification.

Choose the Right Variant

All variants use a treble-hook (Drilling) configuration and include one complete rig. Select hook size to match your baitfish and target conditions:

• Size 2 / Lsize — Drilling(current product): Large hook for bigger deadbaits; ideal when targeting specimen pike or using larger roach, perch, or smelt as bait.

• Size 4 / Msize — Drilling: Medium hook; a versatile all-round choice for mid-sized baits in most pike waters.

• Size 6 / Ssize — Drilling (Wood): Small hook; suited to smaller baits and finesse presentations, especially in clear or pressured waters.

Facts

• Target species: Pike (deadbait fishing)

• Technique: Bottom fishing / passive deadbait presentation

• Hook type: Treble hook (Drilling) — Size 2 / Lsize

• Bait presentation: Head-down, near-bottom via wooden insert rod

• Compatible rigs: Side leger, running leger

• Suitable water types: Rivers (light current) and still waters

• Quantity: 1 rig per pack

• Brand: Balzer